backveld

noun
UK: /ˈbækˌveld/
US: /ˈbækˌveld/

  1. Rural or remote areas of South Africa, far from cities.

    1. He moved to the backveld to start a farm away from the city. [ ] [ ]
    2. Life in the backveld can be challenging, but it offers peace and quiet away from urban life. [ ] [ ]

  2. A sparsely populated region, typically characterized by a simpler way of life.

    1. The backveld is where you can find traditional South African culture. [ ] [ ]
    2. Many people seek refuge in the backveld, hoping to escape the stresses of modern society. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

bush outback hinterland
backveld adjective

  1. Relating to or characteristic of the rural or remote areas of South Africa.

    1. The backveld charm of the old farmhouse was undeniable. [ ] [ ]
    2. He enjoyed the backveld atmosphere, far removed from the hustle of urban living. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "backveld" in English means: Rural or remote areas of South Africa, far from cities., A sparsely populated region, typically characterized by a simpler way of life..

The phonetic transcription of "backveld" is /ˈbækˌveld/ in British English and /ˈbækˌveld/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "backveld": bush, outback, hinterland.

Example usage of "backveld": "He moved to the backveld to start a farm away from the city.". More examples on the page.